Assistant Professor - Cybersecurity

National University; Muscat; On-site; OMR 19,225 - 30,760; Full time

Job summary

National University in Muscat seeks a qualified academic to teach Cybersecurity and related courses. The role requires a PhD in Cybersecurity or Information Security, along with over 6 years of teaching and industrial experience.

The successful candidate will deliver courses, engage in research, supervise student projects, and collaborate with industry partners. Proficiency in English is required, and certifications like Certified Ethical Hacker are preferred.

Qualifications

• More than 6 years of teaching experience and additional industrial experience.
• Proficiency in English is a must.
• Certifications like Certified Ethical Hacker and CISSP.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Cybersecurity and related areas.
• Supervise student projects in cybersecurity.
• Engage in research and publish scholarly works.

Skills

Teaching experience

Cybersecurity expertise

Network Security

Ethical Hacking

Digital Forensics

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Cybersecurity or Information Security

Proficiency in network security tools and programming (Python)

Tools

Network security tools

Job description

PhD in Cybersecurity or Information Security.

Experience

More than 6 years of Teaching experience and additional Industrial experience.

Language Requirement

Proficiency in English is a must.

Job Description

• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Cybersecurity, Network Security, Ethical Hacking, Digital Forensics, and related areas.
• Develop and update course materials, assessments, and laboratory exercises aligned with current cybersecurity practices and industry standards.
• Supervise student projects, including cybersecurity-based applications, research projects, and capstone initiatives.
• Engage in research, publication, and innovation activities in cybersecurity and related domains.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to support student success and professional development.
• Participate in curriculum development, accreditation (OQF), and quality assurance activities.
• Collaborate with industry partners to incorporate real-world cybersecurity challenges and solutions into teaching and research.
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees, as well as outreach activities such as workshops, seminars, and conferences.

Further Requirements

• Clear teaching philosophy focused on fostering critical thinking, inclusivity, and lifelong learning.
• A strong commitment to teaching excellence and student-centered learning.
• Ability to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical cybersecurity applications.
• Engagement in interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.
• Effective communication skills, as all teaching and academic activities are conducted in English.

Academic Qualification

• PhD in Cybersecurity or Information Security.
• Proficiency in network security tools, security protocols, and scripting/programming (Python or related languages).

Professional Qualifications

• Certified Ethical Hacker
• Certified Information System Security Professional